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flag Chile and U.S. to begin talks on rare earths and critical minerals cooperation to reduce reliance on China.

flag Chile and the United States have agreed to begin talks on collaborating in the production and supply of rare earths and critical minerals, with the first meeting set for within two weeks. flag The move, announced during the inauguration of Chile’s new president José Antonio Kast, aims to reduce U.S. reliance on China for minerals vital to electric vehicles, semiconductors, and defense systems. flag Chile, the world’s top copper producer and second-largest lithium producer, is seen as a strategic partner. flag Discussions will focus on mining, recycling, financing, and supply chain resilience. flag U.S. companies like Albemarle and EnergyX are expected to play key roles. flag The agreement has sparked calls for transparency in Chile, where opposition lawmakers demand more information on the deal’s terms.

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